2009 Audi A3 vs. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 McLaren F1 GTR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 McLaren F1 GTR would be higher. At 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (627 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 504 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 182 kg more than 1996 McLaren F1 GTR.
Because 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 McLaren F1 GTR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (715 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1996 McLaren F1 GTR | |
| Make | Audi | McLaren |
| Model | A3 | F1 GTR |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 6061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 627 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 715 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
